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Blood donation is especially important right now. However, hundreds of blood drives have been canceled, resulting in the loss of thousands of blood units. The Arkansas Blood Institute is bringing their bloodmobile to the Infirmary on Tuesday, April 7. You can help save a life when you donate. Tuesday, April 710am-3pmInfirmary parking lot on St.… View Full Post

Coworkers were greeted with uplifting messages when they came to work this week. The messages–created in chalk along the sidewalk leading up to the physicians’ entrance at the Infirmary– encouraged the healthcare workers who are on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic in Arkansas. Among the messages were: “Stay strong,” “You are loved,” “You… View Full Post

The cafeteria wants to find out from you how they can improve. A consumer experience survey is being conducted at each of the four hospitals until April 1. The survey takes less than 10 minutes and asks for feedback on a variety of topics, including quality of food, menu options, hours of service and staff.… View Full Post

The care and safety of our patients and staff is our highest priority. We are closely monitoring all developments with Coronavirus (COVID-19), and our staff is following the latest guidance from local and state health officials as well as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). For all the latest information, please visit the… View Full Post

Note: Due to COVID-19, Doctors’ Day has been postponed. We will let coworkers know when the event has been rescheduled. Thank you. Celebrate Doctors’ Day by saying thanks to your favorite doctor! In honor of the individuals who inspire us with their service, we are celebrating National Doctors’ Day on March 30. Click here to write your… View Full Post

The Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) team. In honor of National Nutrition Month, Chef Pat provided protein smoothies, protein bars and fruit trays to the team and senior leadership for their meeting this week. The TAVR procedure provides an alternative to open heart surgery for patients with severe aortic valve stenosis that is less invasive… View Full Post

Bryan Williams has been named Senior Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive for the Arkansas market. In his role, Bryan will provide leadership and coordination of nursing practice across the market. He most recently served as Vice President for Patient Care Services and Chief Nursing Officer for Hot Springs. Bryan began his career as a… View Full Post

The spring Coworker Forums have been postponed due to COVID-19. When new dates have been set, they will be shared on the blog and the Insider.*** CHI St. Vincent is in a ‘League of Our Own!’ We’re getting ready for the upcoming Annual Coworker Survey, and we’re celebrating all the great things we have accomplished… View Full Post

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